This is the 8243rd most frequent Portuguese word.
tempura
A Japanese dish of battered and deep-fried seafood or vegetables.
Here, 'tempura' is used as a noun to refer to the specific Japanese dish.
O tempura é um prato tradicional japonês feito com vegetais e frutos do mar.
Tempura is a traditional Japanese dish made with vegetables and seafood.
In this sentence, 'tempura' again refers to the dish, but with a specific type (vegetable tempura).
Tempura de legumes é minha escolha favorita quando vou a restaurantes japoneses.
Vegetable tempura is my favorite choice when I go to Japanese restaurants.
Here, 'tempura' continues to refer to the dish but emphasizes its homemade context.